National Sports

Talismanic captain Atiba Hutchinson set for final appearance for Canada

Canada captain Atiba Hutchinson calls an end to his distinguished playing career Sunday. He's looking to leave with a trophy.

Jun 17, 2023 5:53 PM Read more >

Toronto beach volleyball combo advances to semifinals

JŪRMALA, Latvia — Toronto volleyball players Brandie Humana-Paredes and Melissa Humana-Paredes punched their semifinal tickets on Saturday at the Beach Pro Tour Challenge tournament in Jurmala on the Baltic Sea in Latvia.

Jun 17, 2023 5:36 PM Read more >

Yang takes Meijer LPGA Classic lead with third straight 67

BELMONT, Mich. (AP) — Amy Yang birdied all five par 5s at Blythefield and shot her third straight 5-under 67 to take the third-round lead Saturday in the Meijer LPGA Classic.

Jun 17, 2023 5:27 PM Read more >

Vinícius and Brazil teammates wear black shirts in stand against racism

BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — Brazil sent a message against racism by swapping its bright yellow shirts for an all-black look during a friendly against Guinea in Barcelona on Saturday.

Jun 17, 2023 4:57 PM Read more >

US Open in LA turns into a quiet major with limited crowds and tough walk

LOS ANGELES (AP) — This U.S. Open is not to be mistaken as “Golf, But Louder” on so many levels. Mostly the loud part.

Jun 17, 2023 4:30 PM Read more >

Twins bullpen 3-hits Tigers in 2-0 win behind Kirilloff's RBI single in 5th

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Twins are still trying to find their way, particularly their hitting stride.

Jun 17, 2023 3:54 PM Read more >

Haaland scores but Norway loses to Scotland, Portugal wins in Euro qualifying

Erling Haaland scored on his return to Norway and it wasn't enough as Scotland came back to win 2-1 on Saturday and keep a perfect record in qualifying for next year's European Championship.

Jun 17, 2023 3:23 PM Read more >

Sweden dispatches Canadian duo in round of 16 at World Cup of Darts

FRANKFURT — Sweden defeated Canada 8-5 Saturday to reach the quarterfinals of the My Diesel Claim World Cup of Darts for the first time.

Jun 17, 2023 3:03 PM Read more >

IndyCar champ Will Power shoves Scott Dixon after crash during practice for Road America

ELKHART LAKE, Wis. (AP) — Reigning IndyCar champion Will Power shoved Scott Dixon after the two were involved in a crash on Saturday that severely damaged both cars during practice at Road America.

Jun 17, 2023 2:40 PM Read more >

'Beavers, lumberjacks': Finnish driver tips his cap to Canada at Grand Prix

MONTREAL — Spectators at the Canadian Grand Prix might notice a driver sporting a helmet that looks a lot like home.

Jun 17, 2023 2:33 PM Read more >